Developing a disaster preparedness plan can help Veterans, families, caregivers and survivors stay safe by responding appropriately when disasters strike and recover more quickly following a disaster.
People in the United States and its territories, in general, are not well-prepared for disasters. According to national survey data from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), a 2014 FEMA study found that only 45% of the national population reported having a household emergency plan. More work needs to be done to ensure that all people in the United States and its territories, including Veterans, families, caregivers and survivors, have access to effective preparedness education at no cost.